"The most common characteristic of all police states is intimidation by surveillance. Citizens know they are being watched and overheard. Their mail is being examined. Their homes can be invaded." ~ Vance Packard

Press Freedom in Turkey

Turkish press groups say silencing journalists is a big problem that’s gaining attention worldwide. There are now 61 journalists in detention and some 5000 pending court cases. Senior European Union and US officials have weighed in on the seeming discrepancy between Turkey’s stated support for a free press and the detention of journalists.